Salsa, Tequila & Taco Challenge

Name: Salsa, Tequila & Taco Challenge
Start: 2026-09-06T18:00
End: 2026-09-06T20:30
Location: El Conquistador Tucson, A Hilton Resort

Spice up your Labor Day weekend with a flavor-packed evening of salsa, tacos, and handcrafted tequila cocktails at Oro Valley's beloved culinary competition.

The Salsa, Tequila & Taco Challenge takes over El Conquistador Tucson, A Hilton Resort, this Labor Day weekend, as the region's top chefs and mixologists go head-to-head to win Best Salsa, Best Tequila Cocktail, and Best Taco. Presented by Art State Arizona and El Conquistador Tucson, A Hilton Resort, this event showcases Oro Valley’s culinary talent.

Featured Experiences

Tasting & Voting

Sample original takes on salsas, tacos, and handcrafted cocktails from more than 30 local restaurants and beverage partners, then cast votes to help decide the People’s Choice winners.

Live Entertainment

Throughout the evening enjoy Lucha Libre-style wrestling, live artists, and live music.

VIP Experiences

Upgrade to the VIP experience for early entry to the event, time to connect with chefs and mixologists, and be the first to start sampling. Starting at 6:00pm, VIPs have access to an exclusive lounge stocked with special drinks and bites.

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Event Details

Date & Time

The 17th annual Salsa, Tequila & Taco Challenge is on Sunday, September 6, 2026 from 6:00-8:30pm. VIPs enjoy early access to the event beginning at 5:00pm.

Location

The Salsa, Tequila & Taco Challenge is held at El Conquistador Tucson, A Hilton Resort (10000 N Oracle Rd, Oro Valley, AZ 85704).

Tickets

General Admission

General Admission is available for $100 per person and includes unlimited samples and live entertainment from 6:00-8:30p.m.

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VIP Tickets

VIP Tickets are available for $135 per person and include unlimited samples and live entertainment, from 5:00-8:30pm, and access to the VIP lounge starting at 6:00pm.

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Extend Your Stay

Turn your Salsa, Tequila & Taco Challenge experience into an extended Labor Day weekend getaway in Oro Valley. Spend the weekend exploring the trails at Catalina State Park, discovering even more of our dining scene at local restaurants, and cap it all off with a rejuvenating spa treatment. Start planning your trip today!